English Premier League predictions: Round 20

We are officially halfway through the 2024/25 Premier League campaign, and the action is likely to heat up at the start of the new calendar year.

The first half of the season brought an abundance of drama, narrative, and, for some, euphoria, but it doesn't matter how you start, it's all about how you finish.

The next round of fixtures could have a major impact on the final standings, but there are plenty of exciting fixtures in their own right, with Sunday's clash between two fierce rivals. Liverpool and Manchester United It capped off another interesting weekend.

Here's how 90min He thinks Gameweek 20 will be over.

Saturday serves the bulk of the work, with Tottenham Hotspur and Newcastle United Getting things started in North London. The two teams are in contrast, with injury-plagued Spurs struggling and the resurgent Magpies thriving, and Eddie Howe's side could put more pressure on the team. Under Fire by Angie Postecoglou.

All-Midlands meetings are few and far between in the Premier League this season however Leicester City Make the trip to Aston Villa Saturday afternoon. New coach Ruud van Nistelrooy's bounce has faded remarkably quickly, and Unai Emery's well-organised Villans side can put a porous defense to the sword.

Bournemouth and Everton It provided a treat for the August duel between the two sides – well, for Cherries fans, at least. Three goals after the 87th minute secured a stunning 3-2 win for the South Coast side, who will be keen to secure a less dramatic win over the Toffees this time around.

Chelsea He was briefly considered among the title contenders this season – though Not by Enzo Maresca – But successive defeats weakened their aspirations. It now occupies fourth place in the table, ten points behind leaders Liverpool, after playing one more match by defeating them Crystal Palace Necessary to stop rot.

Manchester City They have been poor since the start of November but recorded an increasingly rare win last weekend. They will want to take confidence from a much-needed win over Leicester City in their clash with West Ham Unitedwho are fresh from a 5-0 at the hands of Liverpool.

Ivan Juric lost both of his matches Southampton So far, I will hope that it will be third time lucky against Brentford. Saints are already cut at the foot of the table and the Bees will aim to inflict more misery on them with what will be their first away win of the current season.

Brighton and Hove Albion and Arsenal A feisty draw took place in north London earlier this season, with Declan Rice seeing red in Controversial issue. The Gunners will be keen to finish Saturday's late game with 11 men and three points as they seek to close the gap on Liverpool and punish the out-of-form Seagulls.

Ipswich Town Secure them First home win of the season in the English Premier League Against Chelsea last time and seeks to follow up this victory on Sunday. FulhamFC, who failed to beat Tractor Boys earlier this season, are unbeaten in seven matches and have secured impressive draws with Tottenham, Liverpool and Arsenal in recent weeks.

Man United They will fear the worst when they travel to competitors Liverpool In the big event of the weekend. The Red Devils have lost six games in December alone and have struggled under Ruben Amorim, with the leaders at home set to capitalize on uncertainty at Anfield. The atmosphere will be electric and the Manchester giants will be hoping to emerge from Merseyside with their dignity intact.

Nottingham Forest She was the surprise success story of the season and is currently sitting out Third in the table As they continue to shine under the leadership of Nuno Espirito Santo. The Midlands side are in very impressive form, but they have not been a prolific goalscorer and may come up short against a resurgent side. Wolverhampton Wanderers Under the leadership of new manager Vitor Pereira.

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